A FWB relationship can be unhealthy when one partner is entering into the situation with intentions that haven’t been made clear to the other partner. Dating expert Stephan Labossiere of www.stephanspeaks.com explains this scenario perfectly by lending his expertise on how a FWB relationship can be unhealthy.
“The biggest mistake individuals make when attempting to be friends with benefits is not being honest with themselves and the other party about what they truly desire,” he states.
“Using FWB as a consolation prize to actually having a relationship will likely set the stage for drama later. Both parties have to genuinely be on the same page, or else it can create greater damage and become a very unnecessary distraction.”
This type of scenario happens often where one person believes that committing so much time to the other with change his/her mind about wanting to be in something committed, but this is the biggest mistake one could make. Arguments and disagreements can arise when one is being dishonest about their intentions leading to frustration and eventually a “breaking off” of the relationship all together.
So there you have it. Friends with benefits can be both beneficial and damaging depending on the people involved. Communication is critical in any relationship whether traditional or non-traditional. If a FWB relationship is something you would like to try, make sure to discuss the nature of the relationship with the friend you have in mind before jumping into a commitment.
Visit the BlackDoctor.org Relationship center for more articles.
Glamazon Tyomi is a freelance writer, model and sex educator with a deeply rooted passion for spreading the message of sex positivity and encouraging the masses to embrace their sexuality. Her website, www.sexperttyomi.com, reaches internationally as a source for advice and information for the sexually active/curious. Follow her on Twitter at @glamazontyomi.
Is A “Friends With Benefits” Relationship Healthy? was originally published on blackdoctor.org
